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BORROWING POLICIES
Freedom Public Library
BORROWING:
1. Books, audio books, magazines and puzzles circulate for three weeks.
2. Videos and DVDs circulate for one week.
3. Reference materials are for in-library use only. They do not circulate.
4. Due dates for materials borrowed from another library (interlibrary loan) are determined by the lending library.
RETURNS:
1. During library hours, please return all materials to the “Return Books Here” cart beside the circulation desk.
2. After hours, please return materials to the book drop, located inside the vestibule at the front of the building.
RENEWALS:
1. Library materials may be renewed if no one is waiting for them:
a. In person during library hours (T 2-7; W 10-2; Th 2-7; F 12-5; Sa 10-1)
b. Over the phone at 539-5176
c. By e-mail at erhymer@freedompubliclibrary.org
d. Online at www.freedompubliclibrary.org. Click on Search Library Catalog and click on tab for My Library Info.
2. Renewals for materials borrowed from another library (interlibrary loan) must be requested well ahead of the due date. It is up to the lending library whether and for how long the material will be renewed.
OVERDUE MATERIALS:
1. There are no late fees; however, patrons are encouraged to make a donation to our Conscience Fund, aka “feed the pig.” Suggested donation is .10/day.
2. Patrons are responsible for replacing lost or damaged materials, under RSA 202-A:25.
The library reserves the right to suspend borrowing privileges for patrons with overdue or unpaid-for lost/damaged materials.